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What Makes a Room Have Good Acoustics? A Complete Guide
Great-sounding spaces don’t happen by accident. From recording studios to office spaces, this in-depth guide covers the fundamentals of room acoustics. This guide includes points on absorption, diffusion, sound reflection control, and layout tips. Learn how to create a clear, balanced, and comfortable environment tailored to your needs.
How to Quiet a Noisy MRI Scanner: Improving Patient Comfort and Hospital Environments
Magnetic Resonance Imaging is a marvel of diagnostic medicine. But the characteristic knocking, tapping, and thumping sounds during a scan are more than just an annoyance–they can undermine patient comfort, raise anxiety, complicate communication, and even reduce throughput in busy radiology departments. In this article, we will explore how hospitals can reduce MRI noise through […]
Effects of Vibration on the Human Body and Buildings: Problems and Proven Solutions
Vibration can disrupt comfort, health, and building integrity. This guide explains how vibration impacts the human body and structures—and offers real-world solutions using RSIC clips, Green Glue, and isolation mounts to reduce noise and restore calm.
Airborne vs. Impact Noise: How to Block Each Type Effectively
Airborne and impact noise are the two biggest culprits behind sound complaints in buildings. This guide explains how each type travels, what STC and IIC ratings mean, and the best materials to reduce unwanted sound through walls, floors, ceilings, and windows—whether you’re dealing with loud neighbors, office chatter, or footstep vibrations.
How to Soundproof a Public Bathroom in Stadiums, Arenas, Airports and Other High-Traffic Venues
Public restrooms in stadiums and arenas are notoriously noisy. This guide explores commercial-grade strategies to soundproof bathrooms using durable, hygienic acoustic materials. Learn how to reduce echo, contain noise, and ensure guest comfort–whether building new or retrofitting existing facilities.
Flanking Noise: The Overlooked Sound Leak in Buildings
When most people think about soundproofing, they imagine building thicker walls, adding insulation, or installing double-pane windows. While those strategies are incredibly helpful, they don’t solve one of the most persistent problems in building acoustics, which is flanking noise. This overlooked type of sound leakage slips around sound barriers rather than through them, making even […]
Acoustical Solutions for Noisy Hair Salons and Spas
When clients step into a salon or spa, they expect more than just a haircut, massage, or facial–they expect an atmosphere of comfort and relaxation. Unfortunately, noise often gets in the way. Blow dryers, clippers, loud conversations, echoes bouncing off hard floors, and mechanical hums can turn what should be a soothing environment into an […]
How to Soundproof Stairs: A Step-by-Step Guide to Reducing Stairway Noise
If you’ve ever been woken up by heavy footsteps pounding up the stairs or annoyed by squeaks or rumbles echoing through a stairwell, you already know how much stair noise can disrupt daily life. Stairs are often overlooked when people think about soundproofing, but they can be one of the biggest weak points in a […]
How to Calculate the Right Number of Acoustic Panels for Your Space
Over the years, I have put together a simple equation that I have had plenty of success with. This equation is used to “take the edge off” of a room and make it much more usable.
